Bright Ideas from the Idea Lady

Holiday Cards

12/14/04-Published every Tuesday by Cathy Stucker
Copyright 2004 by Cathy Stucker, The Idea Lady(tm)


Did you mail cards to your customers this holiday season? Lots of businesses do, so your card may be one of many sent to your customers and potential customers. To stand out, try something different next year--send cards at times other than the traditional holiday season.
Is there a holiday that has a natural tie-in with your business? Consider sending cards for Valentine's Day, Independence Day, Halloween, or a seasonal event such as back to school or spring.

Send cards at Thanksgiving to remind customers that your relationship with them is one of the things for which you are thankful.

Create a reason to send cards, such as a holiday of your own. For example, a business coach might celebrate Goal Setting Week and send inspirational cards to her clients.
Recognize special events all through the year. Send birthday cards or mark other client milestones such as opening a new location, celebrating a business anniversary, receiving an award or achieving a publicity success. These special and unexpected greetings will be remembered long after a traditional greeting card is forgotten.

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